High School/Adult Work Program

Reasons to apply:

• It's an outdoor, paid internship that looks great on resumes and college applications ($15/hour)

• You'll gain skills for careers in wildlife, forestry, and natural resources

• You can explore a profession by doing it rather than just reading about it--you'll be on a field team in a learning environment different from school

• You will gain valuable workplace skills and training that can be applied to any career actually working with professionals in the field

• You will be a part of a mentored and unique work experience that is aimed at helping you achieve new heights

Are you eligible to apply?

Students of the internship program:

• Must be 15 years old by the first day of the internship

• Must be legally able to work in the U.S. (e.g., must have a Social Security Number)

• Must attend a local high school and be able to commute to Wallowa Resources' office on a daily basis

• Have an interest in working both in the office and outside

How to Apply:

Up to 6 students will be selected for this program. In order to be considered, we must receive your application form (link below) and your teacher recommendation form by April 12th, but priority will be given to students who apply by April 5th. Applicants will be contacted to schedule a phone interview with the program lead instructor. Applications will be available in early March. The internship occurs from mid-June to early August. Typical work weeks run Monday-Thursday from 8:30am-3:00pm.